IVE Engineering
INDUSTRIAL ATTACHMENT
AND
INDUSTRY-BASED STUDENT PROJECT
STUDENT INFORMATION PACKAGE
(AY 2015-2016)
Student Information Package for IA-IBSP (AY2015-2016)
1. Introduction
Industrial Attachment (IA) and Industry-Based Student Project (IBSP) are the compulsory modules to
every Higher Diploma students in Engineering Discipline. The IA&IBSP aims to enhance the
employability of engineering students. IA-IBSP will be carried out under a real or simulated
environment of engineering or related field.
The module information of IA and IBSP:
Industrial Attachment
Industry-Based
Student Project
Curriculum hours
91*
117
Credit Value
10
48
QF Level
4
4
Module Title
* The curriculum hours of Industrial attachment should be verified by IVE supervisor.
The information of IA-IBSP is introduced in this information package.
2. Assessment Scheme of IA-IBSP
A.
Marking Scheme for Industrial Attachment (IA):
Assessment
CA
EA
B.
Weighting
Workshop
10%
Work Plan
20%
Log book
30%
Presentation
(if student does the IA and IBSP in the same
workplace, this mark will be same as the CA
presentation of IBSP)
40%
Total
100%
Grade
Pass / Fail
Marking Scheme for Industrial-Based Student Project (IBSP):
Assessment
CA
Weighting
Engineering / Professional Competence
15%
Soft skills
15%
Project logbook/ progress review
20%
Presentation
10%
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EA
Deliverable/ Portfolio
15%
Final Report
15%
Presentation
10%
Total
100%
3. Breakdown of IBSP assessment components
Engineering / Professional
Competence
Soft Skills
Presentation
Comprehension of the problem
Idea, concept, design and build
Testing and development, Realization and implementation
Problem solving skills
Environmental and safety awareness
Others
Planning of the work
Investigation and research
Motivation and independent work
Communication skills
Leadership and team work
Others
Appearance: Punctuality, attire and confidence
Clarity: Good English, fluency, voice, clarity and sequence of
presentation
Content: Material presented is related to and has adequate coverage
of the issue
Time management: Presentation finished on time (10 – 15 mins,
overrun = 0, under-run = 0)
Final Report
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Overall Performance: Preparation of work, answering skills, use of AV
aids, etc
Content
Independent view and suggestion to problem encountered
Investigation and research work
Others
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4. Schedule of IA and IBSP
Case I: IA and IBSP in same workplace
Submission Date
Assessment
Document Template
End of Jan
IA Log book (weekly)
Annex 1
End of Jan
Work Plan
Annex 2
Feb - April
IBSP Weekly Log Sheet
Annex 3
Middle of March
Interim Assessment
- Progress Report (700 – 1000 words)
- Presentation (10 – 15 mins)
Annex 4
End of Apr
Final Assessment
- Final Report (min 3000 words)
Annex 5
- Presentation (10 – 15 mins)
- Portfolio / Deliverable
Annex 6
(Electronic file of the final report in pdf format and
presentation in pdf format saved in CD ROM / DVD)
Case II: IA and IBSP in different workplaces
Submission Date
Assessment
Document Template
End of Jan
IA Log book (weekly)
Annex 1
End of Jan
Work Plan
Annex 2
End of Jan
Presentation
Industrial Attachment
Industry-Based Student Project
Feb - Apr
IBSP Weekly Log Sheet
Annex 3
Middle of Mar
Interim Assessment
- Progress Report (700 – 1000 words)
- Presentation (10 – 15 mins)
Annex 4
Final Assessment
End of Apr
- Final Report (min 3000 words)
Annex 5
- Presentation (10 – 15 mins)
- Portfolio / Deliverable
Annex 6
(Electronic file of the final report in pdf format and
presentation in pdf format saved in CD ROM / DVD)
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5. Insurance
VTC Insurance Policy provides a general insurance coverage for all academic related activities of the
students as required by the curriculum of the programmes.
Group Personal Accident in Hong Kong
* Industrial / job attachments of period range from 1 to 4 months
Target
Current VTC Student
Insurance Coverage
Per each student
Accident Death, Permanent Disablement, Third Degree Burns, Accidental
Medical Expenses
Indemnity Limited
Per each student
Coverage
Accident Death
Permanent Disablement
Third Degree Burns
Accidental Medical Expenses
Insurer / Policy Ref.
Insurer
Policy Ref.
Emergency Assistance
-
Basic
HK$100,000
HK$100,000
HK$100,000
HK$5,000
Top-Up
HK$100,000
HK$100,000
HK$100,000
HK$5,000
Basic
Top-Up
AXA General Insurance
HongKong Limited
APG/Z0377246/R2AC
Zurich Insurance
Company
ZZG0002987ZC
Emergency Assistance Services provided by International SOS (HK) Ltd.
24-hour worldwide hotline: (852) 2886 3977
Full information and true facts of the incident shall be provided, e.g.
valid medical certificate
The Insured
(受保人姓名)
Vocational Training Council
(職業訓練局)
Policy Number
(保單編號)
ZZG0002987ZC
The above insurance coverage is only intended as a nominal benefit; it should not be taken as a
comprehensive personal insurance. Students who wish to have comprehensive personal insurance
coverage may arrange separate cover with insurance companies at their own cost.
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6. Tips for IA-IBSP
Professional work attitudes
- Pay attention to your safety at work
- Punctual
- Polite
- Dependable and responsible
Good practices on work
- Be patient
- Make notes for reference
-
Make sure you understand the
instructions
Ask questions in appropriate time
Finish the tasks on time
Check your work
-
Positive attitude
Self-motivated
Motivated to learn
Self-confidence
-
Be initiative
Use your common sense
-
More observation
Be open-mind to constructive
criticism
Admit mistakes and improve
Be honest
-
Safety in working environment
- Follow the instruction or safety procedures when using equipment
- Follow the safe practices and safety instruction of the company
- Note the location of fire exit and assembly point
-
Participate in safety training provided by the company
Ensure proper personal protective equipment are provided
Personal Privacy and Security
- Keep privacy for any personal information
- Keep all company data in confidential
- Respect intellectual property
Good behaviors in workplace
- Knock on the door before entering someone’s office
-
Do not interrupt people when they are on phone or talking with others
Be on time
Turn off phone in the meeting
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7. Reminder for the First Day
- Arrive at least 15 minutes earlier
- Introduce yourself fully
- Look pleased to be there
- Being friendly and polite
- Listen carefully
- Make notes for reference
- Ask questions if doubt or do not understand
- Seek appropriate support if required
- Proper dress code. May ask the HR if you don’t know
8. Reminder for IA-IBSP
- Observe the rules and regulations of the company
- Comply with the instructions and orders of the Industry Supervisor as the job required
- Observe working hours of the company and be punctual
 Seek approval from both Supervisors on the date and time to be released from work to carry out
the IA-IBSP, if required
- No unapproved leave during the attachment period
 Approval from both Supervisors have to be obtained
 Leave will only be granted for valid reason
-
9.
Seek approval from the Industry Supervisor before making any copies of propriety materials for
inclusion in the project report
Contacts
Name
Telephone
e-mail
IVE Supervisor
Year Tutor
Programme Leader
IA Coordinator
Department General Office
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Annex 1: Log Book for Industrial Attachment (IA)
Student Name
Place of Attachment
Date
For each task of activity in the reporting period, state:
- How much time did you spend on that activity and what is the progress?
- What did you learn from it? (both skills and knowledge)
- What problems you encountered?
-
What are your strength and weakness in solving the problems encountered?
Supplementary information such as specifications and drawings (if any)
Notes
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Annex 2: Work Plan for Industrial Attachment (IA)
Student Name
Place of Attachment
Date
The Work Plan can include the following:
• Background of workplace / company
• Job description and planning of work task
• Relate the learnt knowledge and skills at IVE to practise at the attachment
• Schedule of work tasks
• Personal Development Plan
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Annex 3: Project Log
Student Name
Project Title
Week
For each activity in the reporting period, state:
- How much time did you spend on that activity?
- What did you learn from it?
- What problems you encountered?
- And can you think of any solution to these problems?
- Supplementary information such as specifications and drawings (if any)
Notes
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Annex 4: Progress Report for Interim Assessment of IBSP
Student Name
Project Title
Date
This report elaborates on the work done during the reporting period and highlights some aspects of
importance. The report should be of 700 – 1000 words. Your report should show an Assessor what you
covered and what was learned and the depth of experience and understanding gained. Make sure you
think through ‘ideas’ and show how you arrived at conclusions. The layout of your report will tell the
Assessor about your ability to communicate and write a concise report in a logical way.
information such as specifications and drawings if appropriate)
(Supplement
Progress Report
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Annex 5: Format of Final Report
The following listed items are suggested to be included in the Final Report:
(The main content of the report should have minimum 3000 words.)
• Cover page
– Name of Department and IVE
– Project title
– Name of student, supervisors, company for placement
– Date of submission
• Declaration statement – a statement below with the signature of student
“I declare that this report is my own work and was not copied from or written in collaboration
with any other person.”
Signed: _____________________________
Name:
Student No:
Date of submission:
• Introduction – descriptions of the project and what kind of engineering or related field problems to
be solved.
• Background – to provide some information about this project, e.g. background of company for
placement, project application, project plan, etc.
• Contents – main body of the project.
– Design and research work
• Hardware – description of the system block diagram, circuit, etc.
• Software – description of flowchart, software, etc.
– Problem and solution
– Performance and testing
– Operation manual – e.g. how to connect the system, how to run the software, etc.
– Design Portfolio
• Conclusion – outcome of the project and your conclusion.
• Further development – recommendations for future work.
• References – list of reference books, journals, websites, etc. that are useful in the development of
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the project. e.g.
[1] J.G. Kawall, M. Shokr and J.F. Keffer, 1983, “A Digital Technique for Simultaneous Measurement
of Streamwise Turbulent Flows”, Journal of Fluid Mechanics, 111, pp. 85 – 112.
[2] M.I. Gurevitc, 1966, “The Theory of Jets in an Ideal Flow”, 1 st edition, Volume 1, Pergamon
Press, New York.
• Appendix (e.g.)
– Statement of Understanding
– Proposal form
– Weekly project log
– Software listing
– Schematic diagram
– Part list
– Design Portfolio
A CDROM / DVD will be required to be submitted with the final project report. The following folders are
suggested to be created inside the content of CDROM / DVD:

doc
contain all documents such as project proposal, weekly logs, presentation materials, progress
report, and final year project report

pdf
contain all final documents such as final project report

software
contain all programs, webpages, graphics, videos, movies, etc.

hardware
contain all system drawings, schematic diagrams, part list, PCB layout, etc.

utilities
contain all utility programs, e.g. assembler, compiler, etc.
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Cover Page of Final Report
HONG KONG INSTITUTE OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
(<NAME>)
ENGINEERING DISCIPLINE
DEPARTMENT OF
<NAME>
Higher Diploma in <name>
Programme Code <no.>
Your Project Title should be placed here
Industrial Based Student Project
Final Report
Student: Student’s name / no. here
Supervisors: Your Supervisors’ name here
April 20XX
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Annex 6: Portfolio
Project introduction is written on ONE page poster.
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